This week the Future Tyre Industry Hub explored developments across manufacturing, sustainability, connected fleets, corporate leadership and commercial distribution.
Here's what happened.
Continental to Build Wind Farm Near Korbach Plant
Continental announced plans to supply its Korbach tyre factory with renewable electricity from a company-owned wind farm, supporting both manufacturing resilience and carbon reduction ambitions.
👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/future-tyre-industry-hub/manufacturing-supply-chain
Continental Launches Sensor Ready Tyres
Continental introduced tyres with integrated sensor pockets designed to simplify digital fleet monitoring and support predictive maintenance.
👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/future-tyre-industry-hub/smart-connected-tyres
Pirelli Expands Cyber Tyre Software
Pirelli strengthened its connected tyre ecosystem through a new software partnership with RIDEsense, supporting future vehicle diagnostics and safety.
👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/future-tyre-industry-hub/sustainability-circular-economy
Bridgestone Champions Develop Future Retail Skills
Bridgestone continued investing in the next generation of automotive professionals through its latest Champions programme.
👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/industry-news/people-careers
Nine Trends That Defined The Tire Cologne
One of the week's most-read features explored the major themes emerging from The Tire Cologne 2026, including manufacturing, sustainability, connected fleets and AI.
👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/industry-news/global-news
Micheldever completes Tyre Spot acquisition
The week's biggest wholesale story examined Micheldever's acquisition of Tyre Spot Autocentres and what it means for the UK's distribution landscape.
👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/industry-news/wholesale-distribution
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